Raising Human Beings -a talk with child psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Ross Greene Tuesday, March 30, 4:00 pm ~ Online: us02web.zoom.us Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., is the New York Times bestselling author of the influential books The Explosive Child, Lost at School, Lost and Found, and Raising Human Beings. As a clinical psychologist, he’s […]
NAMI Basics Class for Parents of Teens NAMI Santa Cruz County offers NAMI Basics, a free, 6-session education program for loved ones of teens (11-17) with mental health challenges. This series will be offered via Zoom. Class begins March 9th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and runs for 6 consecutive Tuesdays. Students must commit to […]
Pick-Up Your Free Creativity Kit at the MAH We're making crafting at home a whole lot easier. At the beginning of each month swing by the MAH to pick up a new, free crafting kit that includes supplies and step-by-step instructions. Pick up your creativity kit, located on the shelves next to the Community Fridge, […]
Pick-Up Your Free Creativity Kit at the MAH We're making crafting at home a whole lot easier. At the beginning of each month swing by the MAH to pick up a new, free crafting kit that includes supplies and step-by-step instructions. Pick up your creativity kit, located on the shelves next to the Community Fridge, […]
See first-hand how to build fertile soil and control pests, recycle yard and kitchen waste, conserve water, and encourage biodiversity
NAMI Basics Class for Parents of Teens NAMI Santa Cruz County offers NAMI Basics, a free, 6-session education program for loved ones of teens (11-17) with mental health challenges. This series will be offered via Zoom. Class begins March 9th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and runs for 6 consecutive Tuesdays. Students must commit to […]
Building Children's Communication & Problem-Solving Skills Tuesdays 4/6 - 4/27, 6pm Attend this FREE 4-week virtual parenting group to learn: • How to teach children communication skills by talking, reading, singing & playing • How to teach your child to express emotions in healthy, appropriate ways • Tips for teaching children problem-solving skills Presented in […]
Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School Open House Fall enrollment Open now! Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School (SCPENS) has been supporting families with young children, 15 months through preschool, for over 45 years. SCPENS is a cooperative parent participation program, the only co-op in town with a toddler program. SCPENS provides children with a […]
Rockin’ Pop-Up: The Moon! Geology literally means the study of the Earth, so why are we digging into the Moon for this month’s Rockin’ Pop-Up? Well, as the Geology Gents put it, “The moon is basically the Earth.” Say what? Don’t worry, all will be revealed. This month, learn about the formation of our moon […]
8-week Virtual Group: for families with children 2 - 12 years old This is the 1sr session of an 8-week virtual Triple P Group for families with children 2-12 years old. Individuals, couples, and any friends or family members who are helping raise children are welcome to attend. Participants must register and attend by the […]
Pick-Up Your Free Creativity Kit at the MAH We're making crafting at home a whole lot easier. At the beginning of each month swing by the MAH to pick up a new, free crafting kit that includes supplies and step-by-step instructions. Pick up your creativity kit, located on the shelves next to the Community Fridge, […]
Positive Discipline Enjoying the “Early Years” 0-5 Saturdays 10-11:15am via Zoom Positive Discipline family support sessions for families from Monterey and Santa Cruz county with children 0-5 years old. This 4-week virtual gathering will bring you great joy, compassion, and tools to enjoy (not just survive and endure) the first few years of raising your […]
NAMI Free Peer to Peer for Adults Please help us to spread the word about our NAMI Peer-to-Peer class. This is a no-cost, 8-session class series for adults with mental health challenges. Our Spring 2021 class will run for 8 consecutive Saturdays, starting April 10th, from 11:30am to 1:30pm It will be offered via Zoom […]
NAMI Free Peer to Peer for Adults Please help us to spread the word about our NAMI Peer-to-Peer class. This is a no-cost, 8-session class series for adults with mental health challenges. Our Spring 2021 class will run for 8 consecutive Saturdays, starting April 10th, from 11:30am to 1:30pm It will be offered via Zoom […]
Collections Close-Up: The Life and Legacy of Randall Morgan Join Kathleen Aston, Collections Manager at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, and Chris Lay, Director of the Kenneth S. Norris Center for Natural History, for an exploration of Randall Morgan's life and legacy, including his collections, taxidermy, and conservation efforts. There are few names […]
8-week Virtual Group: for families with children 2 - 12 years old This is the 1sr session of an 8-week virtual Triple P Group for families with children 2-12 years old. Individuals, couples, and any friends or family members who are helping raise children are welcome to attend. Participants must register and attend by the […]
Pick-Up Your Free Creativity Kit at the MAH We're making crafting at home a whole lot easier. At the beginning of each month swing by the MAH to pick up a new, free crafting kit that includes supplies and step-by-step instructions. Pick up your creativity kit, located on the shelves next to the Community Fridge, […]
Learn and practice Life Saving Listening Skills to Build Resilience! 3 Day Challenge - April 16 - 18, 9am Free Resilience Challenge for Parents The key ingredient to resilience is being able to experience all of our feelings, even the uncomfortable ones like fear, sadness, uncertainty, anger, anxiety, disappointment, hopelessness, and shame. We […]
Pleasure Point Murder Club Hello! If you enjoy mysteries, join us! We are the Pleasure Point Murder Club, the mystery and thriller book club hosted by Two Birds Books. Our next Zoom meeting is Friday, 4/16, 6-7 pm. We’ll be discussing Jane Harper’s The Survivors (we still have some copies available at the store—be sure […]
Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School Open House Fall enrollment Open now! Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School (SCPENS) has been supporting families with young children, 15 months through preschool, for over 45 years. SCPENS is a cooperative parent participation program, the only co-op in town with a toddler program. SCPENS provides children with a […]
Learn and practice Life Saving Listening Skills to Build Resilience! 3 Day Challenge - April 16 - 18, 9am Free Resilience Challenge for Parents The key ingredient to resilience is being able to experience all of our feelings, even the uncomfortable ones like fear, sadness, uncertainty, anger, anxiety, disappointment, hopelessness, and shame. We […]
Disciplina Positiva Disfrutando Los Primeros Años 0-5 Sábado 10-11:15am a través de Zoom Positive Discipline sesiones de apoyo familiar para familias de los condados de Monterey y Santa Cruz con niños de 0-5 años. ¡Esta reunión virtual de 4 semanas le brindará gran alegría, compasión y herramientas para disfrutar (no solo sobrevivir y soportar) los […]
Saturdays in the Soil It’s time to get your hands dirty! We’re excited to relaunch Saturdays in the Soil, a monthly volunteer program in our native plant garden. Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while coming together as a community (in a physically distanced manner!) to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s […]
Learn and practice Life Saving Listening Skills to Build Resilience! 3 Day Challenge - April 16 - 18, 9am Free Resilience Challenge for Parents The key ingredient to resilience is being able to experience all of our feelings, even the uncomfortable ones like fear, sadness, uncertainty, anger, anxiety, disappointment, hopelessness, and shame. We […]
Grow your own Native Wildflowers Kit Earth Day is April 22nd. In celebration of Earth Day, pick-up a Grab & Go kit, "Grow your own Native Wildflowers," at any open branch during Grab & Go Services. Kits will be available beginning April 19th and will be first-come, first-served, while supplies last. Grab & Go Services Hours […]
NAMI Free Peer to Peer for Adults Please help us to spread the word about our NAMI Peer-to-Peer class. This is a no-cost, 8-session class series for adults with mental health challenges. Our Spring 2021 class will run for 8 consecutive Saturdays, starting April 10th, from 11:30am to 1:30pm It will be offered via Zoom […]
Building Children's Communication & Problem-Solving Skills Tuesdays 4/6 - 4/27, 6pm Attend this FREE 4-week virtual parenting group to learn: • How to teach children communication skills by talking, reading, singing & playing • How to teach your child to express emotions in healthy, appropriate ways • Tips for teaching children problem-solving skills Presented in […]
How to Be An Antiracist Join community members across California and Dr. Ibram X. Kendi to discuss How to Be An Antiracist, a 2021 Book to Action selection and the 2020-2021 Book in Common at Chico State. Dr. Kendi will participate in a conversation on April 21 from 5:30-6:30pm, moderated by Dr. Kim Jaxon, Professor […]
8-week Virtual Group: for families with children 2 - 12 years old This is the 1sr session of an 8-week virtual Triple P Group for families with children 2-12 years old. Individuals, couples, and any friends or family members who are helping raise children are welcome to attend. Participants must register and attend by the […]
Omega Nu's 31st Annual Ducky Derby Duck Adoptions, Sponsorships, and Donations are now being accepted for the Virtual 31st Annual Omega Nu Ducky Derby. Due to county COVID-19 restrictions, Ducky Derby will be held virtually this year. There will be multiple virtual races and lots of amazing prizes! Adopt a duck and cheer it on […]
Kennolyn Camps Tour Day Join us Saturday April 24 between 10-2 for a private tour of our day camp at the Hilltop Hacienda or overnight camp at the Stone Creek Village. RSVP required. Walk-ins not permitted. https://www.kennolyncamps.com/contact/visit-us ~ 831-479-6714 In-person Tours Click here to book your private family Overnight Camp Tour Day on Saturday, […]
Positive Discipline Enjoying the “Early Years” 0-5 Saturdays 10-11:15am via Zoom Positive Discipline family support sessions for families from Monterey and Santa Cruz county with children 0-5 years old. This 4-week virtual gathering will bring you great joy, compassion, and tools to enjoy (not just survive and endure) the first few years of raising your […]
Celebrating Earth Day: Discovering Nature Please join us for a socially distanced event on the weekend of Earth Day 2021. We will meet at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum, Faye G. Belardi Memorial Gallery, in Felton on April 25 at 1pm, to learn more about the nature around the Gallery and how to build your […]
Controlando las luchas por el poder y los berrinches Inscríbase para conseguir el enlace de la reunión por Zoom: https://bit.ly/Berrinches-26Abril Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Lo que su niño quizás esté tratando de comunicar por medio de su conducta • Cómo manejar la desobediencia sin atraparse en una lucha […]
NAMI Free Peer to Peer for Adults Please help us to spread the word about our NAMI Peer-to-Peer class. This is a no-cost, 8-session class series for adults with mental health challenges. Our Spring 2021 class will run for 8 consecutive Saturdays, starting April 10th, from 11:30am to 1:30pm It will be offered via Zoom […]
Helping Teens Cope with Depression Register to get the information to participate in this workshop on Zoom: https://bit.ly/Teens-Depression-Apr27 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes and signs of depression in teens • What to do if you think your teen is depressed • Tips for helping teens develop healthy coping skills […]
How a Botanical Artist Looks at a Rose Wednesday, April 28 | 12-1pm Register for Link This program is in support of our science illustration exhibit, The Art of Nature, on view online and in-person at the Museum. Learn how to get to know a rose in order to illustrate it. We’ll explore native and […]
Teaching children to share Register to get the information to participate in this workshop on Zoom: https://bit.ly/Sharing-Apr28 Attend this virtual parenting workshop for families with children (0 – 12 years old) to learn: • How to teach your child to share with siblings and others • Simple ways to encourage sharing and cooperation • What […]
8-week Virtual Group: for families with children 2 - 12 years old This is the 1sr session of an 8-week virtual Triple P Group for families with children 2-12 years old. Individuals, couples, and any friends or family members who are helping raise children are welcome to attend. Participants must register and attend by the […]
Navigating the Teen Years Positive Discipline family support and learning sessions for families with teens. Gain community support, strategies and tools for strengthening your adult-teen relationships. (Yes, this means less power struggles and more connection!) Our parenting approach teaches parents to model mutually respectful, kind and firm, and cooperative relationships with their children/young adults always […]
Disciplina Positiva Disfrutando Los Primeros Años 0-5 Sábado 10-11:15am a través de Zoom Positive Discipline sesiones de apoyo familiar para familias de los condados de Monterey y Santa Cruz con niños de 0-5 años. ¡Esta reunión virtual de 4 semanas le brindará gran alegría, compasión y herramientas para disfrutar (no solo sobrevivir y soportar) los […]
Makers Market: The Art of Nature Saturday, May 1 | 11am to 3pm Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, located in Tyrrell Park During this outdoor Makers Market, meet featured artists from our annual science illustration exhibit, The Art of Nature, watch them at work through live demonstrations at their booths, and support their work […]
See first-hand how to build fertile soil and control pests, recycle yard and kitchen waste, conserve water, and encourage biodiversity
